10K races near Congers

The JC Green Half, 10K, and 5K is a Jersey City race series offering a half marathon, a 10K, and a 5K. It takes place in October during National Healthy Lung Month and is now in its sixth annual running. Sustainable JC organizes the event with CityTri. The day focuses on fundraising alongside the races. Its cause is respiratory health awareness, providing the series a local public-health focus beyond the typical fall road-race event.

The Clinton Road Zombie Run takes participants down one of New Jersey's most discussed haunted roads, offering three options: a costumed Zombie Crawl, a 5k run, and a 10k run. This road and trail event is themed around Clinton Road's eerie reputation, incorporating its dark woods, misty sections, and zombie volunteers into the race day. The Zombie Crawl is a walk/run for those prioritizing the theme over intense competition, with costumes recommended. The 5k is the shorter, quicker run through the haunted woods, while the 10k provides the full endurance challenge. Along the route, volunteers in zombie costumes interact with participants through chasing, cheering, and startling, and even the aid stations are given a haunted theme.

The Riverdale Temple FALL OF LOVE 5K/10K Run/Walk is a Bronx race held at Riverdale Temple on Independence Avenue, offering 5K and 10K distances for runners and walkers. The main races begin at 8:43 AM, preceded by a free Toddler Dash at 8:00 AM. This event is in its early stages, with the upcoming edition marking the third running. The course winds through the rolling hills of Riverdale, presenting a challenging route rather than a flat path. Riverdale Temple welcomes runners, walkers, volunteers, newcomers, and experienced participants. Race-day registration opens early, parking is available at the venue, and packet pickup is available on Friday and Saturday prior to the event.

The Everybody's 10K + 5K is a fall race held at Lincoln Park, offering two distance options: a 5K and a 10K. The 10K follows a USATF-certified course that the organizer describes as flat and fast, making it suitable for runners aiming for a personal best as well as those new to the distance. The route provides runners with views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the New York City skyline from the New Jersey side. Winning Events Group produces the event. Race day features include chip timing, complimentary race photos, music along the course, post-race refreshments, age-group awards, medals for top finishers, and quality shirts for 10K participants.

The NYCRUNS Haunted Island 10K is a Halloween 10K on Governors Island in New York City. The ferry ride for runners and guests is included in the entry fee. This is NYCRUNS’ most popular Halloween running event in the city and sells out annually. Many participants wear costumes, while others compete without them. The event features Halloween decorations, a costume contest, an official shirt, post-race food, and Halloween candy. The course consists of two loops around Governors Island, following a USATF-certified route with open views across New York Harbor. The Festival Area, a short walk from the ferry terminal, provides bib pickup, shirt pickup, bag check, bathrooms, and serves as the pre- and post-race gathering spot. The start and finish lines are located just steps from this area, with runners assembling in pace-based corrals designated AA through F.

The Halloween Trick or Trot Run is a New York City running event held on Halloween, beginning at the Hudson River Trails. Participants can select from a 1.6 km Fun Run, 5K, 10K, or half marathon, accommodating children, casual runners, and those seeking a longer distance. The course follows the Hudson River Trails, with the precise route provided to runners prior to race day. The event's focus is on running first, followed by collecting free Halloween candy. The race incorporates costumes and candy enjoyment while maintaining a standard race structure, offering friends and goal-oriented runners multiple distance choices on the same day.

The New Yorker Half, 10K, and 5K Shake Out features three race distances within Flushing Meadows-Corona Park in Queens, with the Unisphere situated alongside the course. Participants can select a half marathon, 10K, or 5K, accommodating those preparing over a short distance or using it as a longer run before a marathon. The races utilize repeat loops through the park, passing a lake and local landmarks rather than crossing the city. Half marathoners complete a flat, spectator-friendly 3.275-mile loop four times. 10K runners navigate a 3.1-mile loop twice, and 5K runners complete it once. Each loop is timed in real time, providing runners with split-by-split feedback throughout the event.

The NYCRUNS Go Nuts For Donuts 10K takes place in late autumn on Governors Island. Runners reach the start by ferry, with the race course situated just off the southern tip of Manhattan. This is a two-loop island race, offering views of New York Harbor on one side and Lower Manhattan across the water. The event culminates in a simple payoff at the finish: a donut. The start and finish are located near the Festival Area, streamlining the morning's activities. Bib pickup, shirt distribution, bag check, restrooms, and pre-race staging are all consolidated in one area close to the ferry terminal. Entry fees cover ferry rides for runners and guests, an official shirt, the bib, and post-race food, with the donut serving as the race's signature tradition. The course is USATF-certified, suitable for runners aiming for a measured 10K and for those seeking a relaxed New York race that includes a ferry ride.